Safety Officer

Role & responsibilities :

• mplement and monitor Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policies and procedures at the project site.
• Conduct daily site inspections and identify unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.
• Ensure all workers and subcontractors comply with site safety requirements.
• Ensure mandatory PPE such as safety helmets, safety shoes, reflective jackets, gloves, safety harnesses, etc. are used.
• Conduct regular Toolbox Talks / Safety Inductions for workers and subcontractors.
• Monitor work-at-height activities, scaffolding, ladders and other high-risk activities.
• Ensure proper barricading, signage and safe access/egress at the site.
• Monitor electrical safety, housekeeping, fire safety and material storage.
• Check and maintain safety equipment and firefighting arrangements.
• Verify that scaffolding and working platforms are safe before use.
• Monitor compliance with approved Method Statements, Risk Assessments and Permit-to-Work systems, wherever applicable.
• Report unsafe practices and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
• Maintain daily safety inspection reports, toolbox talk records, incident reports and other HSE documentation.
• Investigate accidents, near misses and incidents and prepare appropriate reports.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, subcontractors and client/PMC safety teams.
• Assist in emergency preparedness, mock drills and evacuation procedures.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and waste management at the work areas.
• Stop unsafe work where there is an immediate safety risk and escalate the matter to the Project Manager.
• Support the project team in maintaining a safe and compliant working environment.

Preferred candidate profile :

• Diploma / Degree in Safety Management, Industrial Safety, Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Relevant safety certification such as NEBOSH / IOSH / Diploma in Industrial Safety will be an added advantage.